The Blalock Taussig shunt is a surgical procedure. It is used to increase pulmonary blood flow for palliation in duct-dependent cyanotic heart defects like pulmonary atresia. These are the common cause of the blue baby syndrome. This procedure is used to direct blood flow to the lungs. It also relieves cyanosis while the infant is waiting for corrective or palliative surgery.

Average BT Shunt Cost

India	Starting from $2400

Frequently Asked Questions about BT Shunt

Best BT Shunt Surgeons

BT Shunt surgeons and doctors have specialized and trained in the field of BT Shunt. The doctors are fully qualified to deal with all kinds of medical issues in their area of specialization. The patients can be assured of safety and excellent standards of care with a trained specialist. However, finding a good doctor for the treatment is an important yet challenging task. The right surgeon ensures that the patient receives the right treatment and has minimal postoperative problems. One must consider various factors while choosing a doctor for the consultation and treatment of the medical condition. Some of these factors are:

Education background: The patients should look for BT Shunt doctors and surgeons who are board-certified and have completed their medical education from recognized institutions. The top-tier hospitals employ a team of highly qualified and experienced doctors who provide reliable clinical services.
Specialized training and fellowships: Many doctors pursue further training and specialization in their field to gain expertise in advanced techniques. They take fellowships in reputed institutions and hospitals to acquire skills and hands-on experience in the latest technologies.
Years of relevant experience: The medical career indicates the doctor’s success rate, the number of surgeries they must have performed and the ability to handle complex cases.
Associated with the accredited hospital: The doctor will perform the treatment at a hospital or clinic, so the quality and standard of the hospital is an important factor. An accredited medical facility provides assurance of good quality patient care and healthcare services.
Patient feedback and reviews: A simple online research may show the feedback and reviews for the doctor by other patients. Their experience with the doctor can be a testament to the doctor’s behavior during the treatment. Many doctors also have patient testimonial videos.

Who are the best BT Shunt doctors?

The list of the top BT Shunt specialists/surgeons include:

S.NO	NAME	HOSPITAL
1	Dr. Sanjay Sachdeva	Max Super Specialty Hospital Saket
2	Dr. Ashish Sabharwal	Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals
3	Dr. Surbhi Anand	Dental Bliss
4	Dr. Gagan Gautam	Max Super Specialty Hospital Saket
5	Dr. Aditya Gupta	Artemis Hospital
6	Dr. Sandeep Batra	Max Super Specialty Hospital Saket
7	Dr. SKS Marya	Medanta The Medicity
8	Dr. Gaurav Kharya	Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals
9	Dr. Amandeep Singh Dhillon	Dental Bliss
10	Dr. Bipin S Walia	Max Super Specialty Hospital Saket

What can an international patient expect from BT Shunt doctors?

The BT Shunt doctor typically first sees the results of the diagnostic tests to assess the medical condition and overall health of the patient. Based on the initial assessment, the doctor would prepare a treatment plan tailored according to the individualized needs of each patient. The doctor will also discuss the treatment plan for BT Shunt, alternative options, the pros and cons associated with each option and the possible risks as well as complications to educate and help the patient make the decision. They provide a comprehensive evaluation report and discuss the treatment in-depth with the patient during their consultation. For internation patients, they offer teleconsultation services to educate them about their condition and treatment options. These consultations help the patients and their families understand the treatment better and provide them a chance to ask questions or clear their doubts. The doctors are involved in the entire treatment process, from the pre-treatment phase to post-treatment care.

Once the patient is ready for the treatment, the BT Shunt surgeon addresses his team members and shares the details of the case with them. The team members prepare for BT Shunt and set up a convenient date for the procedure with the patient’s approval. The team will provide the patient a few instructions and guidelines for the pre-treatment phase. Also, the BT Shunt hospital initiates the formalities and ensures the hospital stay is comfortable. The patient will have to submit documents for any insurance claim approval. They must also apply for a medical visa and arrange their travel and accommodation based on the scheduled date for the procedure.

Are the BT Shunt surgeons skilled in the latest treatment procedures?

The BT Shunt surgeons are experts in their specialization field and have extensive experience in managing basic to complex cases. They are well-trained in the latest surgical procedures and medical treatments in their area of expertise. The surgeons are skilled in laparoscopy, endoscopy and other minimally invasive techniques of surgery. These procedures are associated with faster recovery with less post-operative pain and low rates of complication. The doctors also attend various workshops, seminars and participate in CMEs to remain updated with the recent trends and advancements in medicine and healthcare systems.

What is the BT Shunt surgeon responsible for?

The surgeon is responsible for the preoperative diagnosis of the BT Shunt patient, for performing the operation, and for providing the patient with postoperative surgical care and treatment. The surgeon works as the leader of the medical team who takes care of the patient.

Why choose Lyfboat?

Lyfboat is a NABH accredited platform that guarantees quality medical for international patients seeking expert healthcare services in other countries. We aim to make advanced healthcare accessible to all patients around the world within a reasonable budget. Our team will help you get expert medical opinions from the specialist and find the best doctors and hospitals for BT Shunt at affordable prices. It is a free-to-use platform, and we do not charge any fees from patients. In fact, we negotiate on your behalf and provide a reliable price from the hospitals. In some cases, we are able to reduce the cost of the BT Shunt by up to 20% of what the hospitals generally offer.

Lyfboat makes the Travel to Treatment process hassle-free

We understand the concerns of international patients and their families while planning to travel to another country for treatment. Lyfboat’s vision is to make quality healthcare services accessible to patients of all kinds of socio-economic backgrounds at an affordable price. Our team works around-the-clock to ensure our patients receive quick responses and feel comfortable throughout the process.

All you have to do is - share your reports with us and claim your preferred location, and we will manage everything for you. Our team will:

Send a detailed response with the quotations for the treatment package and the profiles of the best hospitals and doctors
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Ensure your airport pick-up after arrival
Personal assistance at the hospital by our coordinators - they help manage appointments, billing and other formalities with the administration
Provide local SIM card for communication and language translators, if needed
Other services such as local transportation for sight-seeing and commute to other places
Follow-up care after the procedure

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Dr. Praveen K S

Neurosurgeon | Senior Consultant

MBBS, MS, DNB, M.Ch

Works at BGS Gleneagles Global Hospital Bangalore

Bangalore, India

Dr. Praveen K S is a highly skilled and accomplished Neurosurgeon with over a decade of professional experience in the field of Neurosurgery. He is a leading surgeon and has attained his medical degree and training from renowned medical institutes with gold medals and top marks. He has been associated with premier hospitals in India and has accumulated immense knowledge and experience from these healthcare centers. He is a sought-after name in the healthcare industry, having performed over 4000 neurological surgeries including treatment for brain and spinal tumors, complex head injuries and procedures like microsurgical clipping of aneurysms, microdiscectomy for lumbar and cervical spine. In his years at NIMHANS for M.Ch. Neurosurgery, he has operated on cases of neurotrauma, surface tumors, spinal degenerative conditions, spinal tumors, and conducted 600 operations during this time. Dr. Praveen holds expertise and keen interest in Pediatric Neurosurgery, brain and spinal disorders in children, and has worked on procedures like CV junction fusions, aneurysm clippings, deep seated glioma resections and complex spine instrumentation.

Clinical Focus

Clipping of Anterior Circulation Aneurysms
Surface and Deep Seated Gliomas- Insular Glioma
Neurotrauma
Ventriculo Peritoneal Shunts
CP Angle Tumors
Lumbar Disc Surgeries- Fenestrations And Microdiscectomy
Transpedicular Spinal Fusion
Cervical And Cervicothoracic Discectomy
Foramen Magnum Decompression for ACM, Syringomyelia
Intramedullary Spinal Tumor Excision
Complex head injuries
Microdiscectomy for lumbar and cervical spine
Peripheral nerve decompression

Awards

Best Outgoing Student Award in Neurosurgery at National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS), Bangalore M.Ch. Neurosurgery, 2007
First Rank holder and University Topper at Bangalore University MBBS Examinations
First Rank holder and University Topper at The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R Medical University, Chennai M.S (Gen Surgery) Examinations, 2004

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Dr. Salim Victor Kanaan

Neurosurgeon | Consultant

DM, MS (Physiology), Fellowship in Neurosurgical Oncology

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Dr Salim Graduated from American University of Beirut Medical Center as a fully trained Neurological Surgeon, and the University of Texas M D Anderson Cancer Center as a clinical fellow in Neurosurgical Oncology (Surgery on brain and spine tumors). More than 22 years of experience in the field of Neuro Surgery with vast experience in all surgical approaches and techniques in brain and spine surgery, and wide exposure to all central nervous system pathologies and diagnostic modalities.

Clinical Focus

Special interests in brain and spine tumor surgery.
Mastering intra-operative monitoring for maximal tumor resection and normal brain preservation, including intra-operative ultrasound, frameless Neuro-Navigation, and brain mapping techniques.

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